Furry Love: Everybody Wins in Pet Photo Contest
Columbia Basin Care has announced the winners of it’s Pet Photo Contest!
Created with the purpose to “engage and delight” residents of Columbia Basin Care, the contest was open to anyone who lives in The Dalles, Oregon, or with ties to Columbia Basin Care.
The contest received over 60 photo entries from the community. Photo contestants included 39 dogs, 14 cats, 2 deer, 1 chicken, a rooster, a bull, a tarantula, and a pig. Photos were sorted, compiled and put into Pet Photo Catalogues for each resident to view and keep.
“The idea was to bring immediate joy with the contest, as well as enjoyment in later days as they flip through the pages,” said Drew Myron, Columbia Basin Care’s Marketing Director.
Residents then voted for their favorites in each category. (Cat, Dog, and Other) Winners were awarded prize bags filled with gift cards and other surprises.
“It was a really fun project and we were delighted with the community response -- and wonderfully surprised with the range of pets. People love their pets and the images were adorable! And the notes that accompanied the photos warmed our hearts too; people really wanted to bring smiles and cheer to our residents.”
“This has been a tough stretch for everyone,” continued Myron “The restrictions and changes to routines have been a challenge, but the outpouring from the community helped to lighten our mood and lift our spirits. We're so thankful for the love and support of our senior citizens.”
The contest it would seem, has accomplished its mission, to get the community engaged and bring joy to Columbia Basin Care residents during a difficult time. So while only a few may have been selected to receive prizes as winners of this contest- the joy that comes from sharing a love of animals has made everyone a winner.
PET PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS:
Top Dog: Barkley
Best Dog: Barkley
"He is six years old,” says Sarah M. of The Dalles, who contributed the photo, “and believe it or not, he's even softer than he looks!"
Best Cat: Master Stubbins
Best Cat: Master Stubbins
Nan Brown, of The Dalles, is the proud owner of this furball of adorableness.
A Different Kind of Pet: Chicken Love
A Different Kind of Pet: Chicken Love
Janet Sullivan, Medical Records Manager at Columbia Basin Care, contributed this sweet photo of her grandchild with a feathery friend.
"So many of our residents love animals," says Priscilla Heimsoth, Resident Care Manager at Columbia Basin Care. "This contest was a great way to lift spirits in a fun community project. We’re so thankful for everyone who shared their photos with us. Our residents loved it! "
You can view more about the contest, and Columbia Basin Care here.
Founded in 1964, Columbia Basin Care is the region's only independent, nonprofit facility for long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. Columbia Basin Care is located in The Dalles, Oregon, in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge
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